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Coon Rapids Tue. Oct 28 2025

Blaine Police Conduct Targeted Distracted Driving Enforcement Today Following Rise in Incidents

Today, the Blaine Police Department is conducting a renewed, targeted distracted driving enforcement operation across the city in response to a recent surge in violations.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Blaine Police Conduct Targeted Distracted Driving Enforcement Today Following Rise in Incidents

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Oct 28 2025

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Minnesota’s SNAP Crisis: A Federal Failure, A State’s Moral Test

As federal shutdown halts food benefits, hundreds of thousands of Minnesotans face hunger and impossible choices.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Minnesota’s SNAP Crisis: A Federal Failure, A State’s Moral Test

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Weather: Wednesday October 29

High: 52°

Low: 42°

Wind: 7 MPH NNE

Chance of rain: 85%

Patchy rain nearby, with a high of 52 and low of 42 degrees. Cloudy in the morning, partly cloudy during the afternoon, overcast for the evening, patchy rain nearby overnight.

Coon Rapids Tue. Oct 28 2025

Overnight Closures on Coon Rapids Boulevard for Pedestrian Bridge Installation in Port Riverwalk

Motorists traveling through Coon Rapids should plan for overnight closures on Coon Rapids Boulevard this week as construction crews lift and install a new pedestrian bridge.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Overnight Closures on Coon Rapids Boulevard for Pedestrian Bridge Installation in Port Riverwalk

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Oct 28 2025

Walz Announces Emergency Funds as Minnesota Braces for Loss of SNAP Benefits Amid Shutdown

Minnesota is preparing for a potential food security crisis as the federal government shutdown enters its 27th day.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Walz Announces Emergency Funds as Minnesota Braces for Loss of SNAP Benefits Amid Shutdown

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Oct 28 2025

Walz, DFL Leaders Launch Statewide Gun Violence Prevention Town Hall Series

Governor Tim Walz and leaders from the Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor (DFL) Party launched a statewide series of “Gun Violence Prevention Town Halls” on Saturday, October 25

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Walz, DFL Leaders Launch Statewide Gun Violence Prevention Town Hall Series

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Tue. Oct 28 2025

Faith Leaders Prioritize Security Two Months After Annunciation Tragedy

A renewed “sense of urgency” is driving faith leaders across the Twin Cities and beyond to strengthen security measures at their houses of worship.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Faith Leaders Prioritize Security Two Months After Annunciation Tragedy

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Oct 27 2025

Anoka Residents: Final Chance to Register for Curbside Appliance and Electronics Recycling on November 4

Anoka residents have a final opportunity to participate in the City’s fall curbside recycling event for household appliances and electronics, scheduled for November 4, 2025.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Oct 27 2025

Outdoor “Save Stations” Installed at Coon Rapids High School Athletic Fields

Coon Rapids High School (CRHS) has enhanced the safety of its athletic fields with the installation of two outdoor “Save Stations”.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Outdoor “Save Stations” Installed at Coon Rapids High School Athletic Fields

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Oct 27 2025

Coon Rapids Council Ends Regional Street Maintenance Pact, Approves Zoo Permit, and Finalizes SRO Funding

The Coon Rapids City Council last week decided to end the city’s participation in the North Metro Regional Street Maintenance Joint Powers Agreement (JPA).

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Mon. Oct 27 2025

Delta Flight to Portland Aborts Takeoff at MSP Due to Mechanical Issue

A Delta Air Lines flight bound for Portland, Oregon (PDX), was forced to abort takeoff at Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport (MSP) on Thursday afternoon.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Delta Flight to Portland Aborts Takeoff at MSP Due to Mechanical Issue

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Oct 26 2025

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Beyond October: The Fight Against Domestic Violence Must Never Rest

“Domestic violence is a crime, the commission of which will not be tolerated.” — Mayor Jerry Koch, Coon Rapids, Minnesota, October 2025 Proclamation

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MINNEAPOLIMEDIA EDITORIAL | Beyond October: The Fight Against Domestic Violence Must Never Rest

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Oct 26 2025

Blaine Police Launch Targeted Distracted Driving Enforcement Following Recent Rise in Incidents

Blaine Police has announced a renewed, targeted effort to combat a recent surge in distracted driving across the city. The operation is scheduled for Tuesday, October 28.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Oct 26 2025

Community Focus: Café Racer Continues Its Monthly “Break Bread” Free Meal Tradition

Café Racer Kitchen will once again open its doors for its monthly “Break Bread Free Lunch” on Monday, October 27, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. CDT.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Community Focus: Café Racer Continues Its Monthly “Break Bread” Free Meal Tradition

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Oct 26 2025

Doctors, PAs, and NPs at Allina Health Announce Nov. 5 Strike as Contract Talks Stall

More than 600 primary care providers across 61 Allina Health clinics — including doctors, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants to strike on Tuesday, November 5.

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Doctors, PAs, and NPs at Allina Health Announce Nov. 5 Strike as Contract Talks Stall

Tom Akaolisa Editor

Coon Rapids Sun. Oct 26 2025

MinneapoliMedia’s The Power of Her: A Spotlight on Women Building Legacy, Leadership, and Liberation in Minnesota

Exclusive Interview with Ms. Neda Kellogg, Founder and Executive Director of Project DIVA International Interview by Tom Akaolisa, MinneapoliMedia

Tom Akaolisa Editor

MinneapoliMedia’s The Power of Her: A Spotlight on Women Building Legacy, Leadership, and Liberation in Minnesota

Tom Akaolisa Editor